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Greetings to you in Christ!I am thrilled that you are interested in learning more about the St. James Parish Ignite Program! This program is a two-year program designed for 7th and 8th-grade students who wish to partake in the Sacrament of Confirmation. As we walk together through this program it is my hope that students will develop a deeper understanding of the love that God has for them, and how He demonstrates this love to us through both the gift of the Holy Spirit and through the gifts that the Spirit has given to each of us.Students will spend time participating in large group activities and lectures (based upon the book, Decision Point, by Matthew Kelly), prayer services, small-group discussions, a confirmation retreat and learn the value of service through service projects.My deepest desire and ultimate goal is that our students develop a deeper and more enriched relationship with Jesus- learning how to discern the still, small voice of the Spirit within them and welcoming Him, not as a stranger, but as a trusted guide at the time of their Confirmation.I look forward to walking with our youth on this amazing journey and am happy to answer any questions that you may have!Many blessings to you!Meredith SkowronskiDirector of Religious EducationSt. James Parish